240SX (S13/1991) 16x7.5 Wheels

[pstickne]

I'm looking at getting some new wheels.(1991 240SX with standard 4x114.3 lugs).

*edit: I plan on lowering the car 1-1.5".

I like the stock ones, but I would like to get, well, slightly bigger tires--wider most definately :-)

I am trying to make my car a "fun daily driver" ("funner" anyway :-). I drive about 20-30 miles a day--maybe a 100 on a weekend. Might take it to the track once or twice... if I do decide to go auto-x/drifting I'd need to change my setup anyway :-)My "goal" as far as numbers are concerned is about 250rwhp and "damn-good" handling.

Trying to keep cost down (say, under $200 for a 16"). I'm willing to pay for quality but only the quality that I can take advantage of. If I could get rims lighter than stock (currently have the SE wheels), that'd be a bonus. Reliability is a must.

I see that 17" wheels are quite popular, but I am currently looking for 16"x7.5" wheels. I really like "wider" tires.TireRack recommends 205/55/16 but I would like to go 215 or 225 (reading through previous posts steers me away from 235s--definately a "mixed review" on it being too wide for the wheel).

ODs:195/60/15 (stock. I think.) - 26.7205/55/16 (recommend) - 27.27215/55/16 - 27.83225/55/16 - 28.38*edit: 225/50/16 - 27.25

Anway, to conclude this long ramble of a post I was wondering what people think about certain areas (and other general questions):

Would a 16" upgrade be worth it or should I go up to 17" wheels?

Would upgrading to a much wider tire handling handling and/or performance? Would it hurt it? Would it decrease stopping distance?

How would streetability be affected? What about with 17" wheels?

Do wider tires wear out quicker? (I understand this is like comparing apples and oranges, so lets only compare the oranges :-)

What are some "common" and "uncommon" tire sizes? I couldn't find any semi-performance tires on TireRack in 215/50-55-60/16

Ohh, and they should fit over 30mm Z32 calipers. :icesangel

[Exar-Kun]

with a 7.5" wide wheel, a 225-50-16 all around setup with a nice tire should provide the grip you're looking for. There are plenty of nice tire choices in that size, its got just enough sidewall to be great for daily driving, yet stiff enough for mild track use. THeres also plenty of "R" compound tire available if you want to race competitively.



thumbs up on that selection. Also, using a 16" wheel will allow the use of slightly larger brakes, but still keep your rotating mass low, without having to spend a lot of money.

go for it man,-chetedit: check out the kosei K-1's, they're cheap and light and good quality, and come in the size you're looking for

[pstickne]

16x7.5 wheels are so hard to find :-(

Found one Voxx (TireRack sucks for looking up wheels independant of a car--or I just don't know how to use their website :P)

http://www.discounttiredirect....64872

At least it is a good looking one and looks like the spokes are fairly unobtrusive... still, much less selection than with a 16x7.

*edit: once I got past the crazy we-know-what-you-want mentality, TireRack became much easier to use :-)

[Grant@tirerack]

I don't think it's so much a 'we know what you want' mentality as much as it's we don't want to sell people problems. If you contact me directly and know what you are doing, I'll work with you on what you are looking for. If we have it and it's safe we will sell it. If it's not something we have test fit here, we can't guarantee it is going to work and you are responsible for the fitment. No one is going to be able to test fit your car over the phone especally if you have modified the car in some way. Our website is set up to keep people from ordering unsafe fitments. That's why we don't sell wheels by offset and bolt pattern. There are a lot of other factors involved in fitting wheels in addition to bolt pattern and offset. We don't want to become one of the retailers dumping returned wheels our customers sent back on online auction sites. If that doesn't sum it up I don't know what else would We value our reputation and strive to sell only quality products and fitments. We also have a strong following among track heads and work with folks if they want something out of the standard setup whenever possible. We just have to make sure what they want to do is not going to get them hurt :icesangel The bottom line, if you don't see what you want on our website or need more information on a product, pick up the phone and call me! That's why I'm here!

[aleph1]

I am looking for the same size wheels. GTP has a special going on Gramlights (like yours chet), 40% off =) Problem is they dont make 16"x7.5 only 7. I like the desgin of Kosei, but they are cast right? Whereas the Buddy Club P1s are forged? Any "rota" problems with the Koseis? Lastly, How come Tire Rack doesnt seem like they offer the Kosei K1 in Gunmetal? Only stupid, ugly white and so-so boring silver.

[pstickne]

You have a very good argument Grant :-)

Knowing me I'd get an "off by one" math error and totally get the wrong-sized rims :icesangel

** [some?] stock R32 rims are 16x7.5 -- now, if only had a 5-lug converion and a friend in Japan.

[krazy skwerel]

So was there any opinion on the voxx rims? They have a +40 offset and are 16x7.5.

[Exar-Kun]

bleh. +40 in a 7.5 is going to rub more than likely..if it doesnt, it sure as hell wont clear coilovers...-chet

[Touring240]

I just ordered 16x7.5 +22 buddy club P1 for the front of my s13 and I'll run 225/50/16 (kyb/eibach springs)

I'm praying they won't stick out of the fender

[krazy skwerel]

I can't find any decently priced wheels for my car that don't suck. This is really annoying. Any sugestions. I like a simple design, not a lot of crap. Anybody? Cause all the wheel sites only show +40 for the 240. Most don't have a way to look for wheels by offset and width. Tire rack doesn't have anything that I care for. SO I don't know what to do.

[Exar-Kun]

ask the guys at phase-2, and jspec.com

every now and then they'll get in a nice set of wheels for under 800 in a 16".-chet

[WongFeiHung]

I'm getting 16x17.5s with +40 offset...will I need spacers to get it more flush? about what size (mm)??

[Exar-Kun]

5-10mm spacer, I dont like spacers..get wheels with a more correct offset.-chet

[krazy skwerel]

I think I'm just gonna say screw it and run some factory 7 spokes on my car.

[Exar-Kun]

or get some nice S14 wheels or something. the stock 7-spokes are good too.

check jpsec.com, they got a set of 16" enkeis for 800 dollars I think right now.-chet

[Snarlynx]

Why don't you like spacers Exar? I had reservations but Nils uses "spacered" wheels at the track with no problems so I changed my mind. plus, have fun trying to find wide wheels (8-10 inches) whithout spacers. If you can, let me know.

[Exar-Kun]

I can. VOLK/RAYS and fiske both make 8" wide an up to 9.5" or 10.5" wide wheels that will fit for our cars, but in the wider wheels, using the correct offset(around 25 for a 8" wheels on the front) would make the wheel stick out a bit possibly.

I dont like spacers for many reasons stated in other threads:-vibrations-weight-safety-leverage on the hub/suspension

-chet

[krazy skwerel]

Exar thanks for the ideas, but the enkeis that are for sale are +38 that isn't much beter than a +40. Damn wheels I guess I just got to keep on looking, although those voxx were only 55 bucks a wheel new, and I was planning on running my stock alloys for the auto X.

[aleph1]

http://www.jspec.com/enkeirp01blk.html

17" though, but still niiiiice

[krazy skwerel]

Shows my master skills with the searching of a site. Thanks man. Now I just need 800 bucks, although I'm not sure how those would look on my white 89 coupe.

[krazy skwerel]

Ok with the +40 offset on a 17x7 inch wide wheel. I have .5 inches in the back and .5 inches in the front extra. How much of a clearance issue is this for just an eibach pro spring set up w/agx adjustables? Also with coil overs. Thank you. Nearly every wheel place wants to sale me a damn +40 offset for my car. Also most wheels on the ebay are +40.

[Grant@tirerack]

You will be fine with the Pro-Kit and AGX. I don't know about the coilover tho.

[Dori Dori]

I just ordered 16x7.5 +22 buddy club P1 for the front of my s13 and I'll run 225/50/16 (kyb/eibach springs)

I'm praying they won't stick out of the fender

Where did you get them from? Thanks.

[dareo]

I roll on Konig Holes 16" rims and 225/50/16 Sumitomo HTR+ high perf all seasons. The grip is insane. I have to REALLY REALLY try to break the rear end lose and 'drift' a bit on turns. Granted i have an 89 with 219k miles on it. (open differential, stock suspension) But the grip is just nuts. I dont dare drive it to its limits. Sometimes i'l push it enough to make tire noises but im about to piss my pants by then. The only way i know its raining is if i get wet on the way to the car. The Sumitomo HTR+ cant tell wet from dry, it eats them both up.

Up in the canyon, i hit my 115mph rev limiter or my Scared of Dying limiter before i run out of grip.

The look, i'd say the wheel isnt too small or too big. Its just about right. And i have a decent amount of sidewall, for those invisible bumps i sometimes end up hitting.

The fit, plenty of room in the back, the front has less than half an inch of strut clearance. It fits tho.

I'm so excited for some snow this winter, i just cant wait.

If you wanna drift your stock KA24E, i'd recommend against grippy 225 series tires, because its really hard with the stock power lvl and no LSD.

[Touring240]

the buddy clubs were ordered from http://www.aj-racing.com/still waiting on them probably arrive at the end of november when their crate arrives.

looks like I'm gonna run 225/45/16 front and rear now on16x8 +23 and 16x7.5 +22

[Grant@tirerack]

The HTR+ is easily the best bang for the buck in an ultra-high performance all-season. I thought they were very fun on the wet track as well!!

[krazy skwerel]

Ok so how about this 15x6 +12 offset. Any thoughts?

[aleph1]

6in width? kinda small dont ya think? same as stock...whats the point? Id go 7in+

[krazy skwerel]

They are a classic set of advans. Light weight. Great old school look to them.

[Dori Dori]

Here is a groupbuy for an awesome set of NISMO copies. 16x7.5 or 16x8.5 in 4 or 5 lug. Also avail in 17".

http://www.tougefactory.com/main2.htm